CIBC

Director, Operations Management

CIBC$165K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive operations management experience, including 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven success in developing and executing large-scale operational strategies.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for managing diverse teams.
  • Track record of driving process improvements and operational excellence.
  • Familiarity with international regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement global operational strategies for efficiency and improvement.
  • Oversee daily operations across international locations for consistency and compliance.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of managers.
  • Monitor performance metrics to identify process optimization opportunities.
  • Collaborate with executives to ensure alignment of operational initiatives with business goals.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in operating regions.
  • Manage operational budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • Life and disability insurance options.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) availability.
  • Special perks for employees, including potential discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
What You'll Be Doing:

The Director, Global Operations will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across the organization's international footprint. This individual will be responsible for driving operational excellence, optimizing processes, and ensuring alignment with the company's global objectives. The Director will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results, manage risk, and support business growth in multiple regions

How You'll Succeed:
  • Develop and implement global operational strategies to drive efficiency, scalability, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple international locations, ensuring consistency and compliance with company standards.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of regional and functional managers.
  • Monitor and analyze performance metrics, identifying opportunities for process optimization and cost reduction.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to align operational initiatives with overall business objectives.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry best practices in each operating region.
  • Manage operational budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to support business goals.
  • Drive the adoption of technology and automation to streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
  • Support the integration of new business units or acquisitions into the global operational framework.
  • Establish strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and partnership.


Who You Are:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in operations management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing global or multi-regional operations.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and executing operational strategies at scale.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with experience managing diverse teams.
  • Proven track record of driving process improvements and operational excellence.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and best practices in international operations.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multicultural environment.
  • Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.


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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $165,000 for the New York, NY market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee's needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation), Holidays, and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. Additional total compensation and benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.

Job Location
NY-New York, 300 Madison Ave Fl 6

Employment Type
Regular

Weekly Hours
40

Skills
Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Business Objectives, Business Operations, Client Facing, Communication, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Mentoring Staff, Operations Management, People Management, Process Improvements, Resource Allocation, SLA Management

About CIBC

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce is a Canadian multinational banking and financial services corporation headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The bank is headquartered at Commerce Court in the city's Financial District. CIBC's Institution Number is 010, and its SWIFT code is CIBCCATT. It is one of two Big Five banks founded in Toronto, the other being the Toronto-Dominion Bank. The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce was formed through the June 1, 1961, merger of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and the Imperial Bank of Canada, the largest merger between chartered banks in Canadian history. The bank has four strategic business units: Canadian Personal and Business Banking, Canadian Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, U.S. Commercial Banking and Wealth Management, and Capital Markets. It has international operations in the United States, the Caribbean, Asia, and United Kingdom; Globally. CIBC serves more than eleven million clients, and has over 40,000 employees. The company ranks at number 172 on the Forbes Global 2000 listing.
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